CONCRETE FOREMAN

POSITION SUMMARY 

Foreman leads and directs crew, equipment and resources on assigned heavy civil construction projects in a safe and efficient manner and according to federal and state heavy highway regulations. 

This has been designated as a safety-sensitive job because it involves performing one or more tasks/duties that could reasonably affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task(s) and others. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES (Level 1) 

Lead and direct projects in Concrete, Asphalt, Earthwork and/or Underground Utilities/Stormwater/Sanitary Sewer: 

Manage and lead project activities: 

• Supervise and lead crew of at least 2 full-time crew members

• Assists Superintendent or senior managment in project leadership duties

• Read, understand and follow blueprints, schematics, building plans and instructions.  Use independent judgement to identify and execute best quality and most efficient building methods to meet plan specifications, budget and contract timeline. 

• Project scheduling – Understand project schedule and prioritize and coordinate activities accordingly, to include labor, equipment, materials, tools, current project status, etc. 

• Understand, forecast per phase, plan, and meet or beat project budget 

• Understand manhours, cost coding system & calculating quantities and maximize profit and production accordingly 

• Understand profitable use of time (being busy vs making money) and prioritize project activities accordingly  

• Identify and execute best practices for technique, use of materials, equipment, tools, and supplies 

• Assist with material and supplies ordering, deliveries to the project, and flow and distribution of items 

• Create and maintain production records by making accurate and daily project entries in HeavyJob, i.e. Crew timekeeping, cost coding, calculated quantities, and detailed daily project reporting with corresponding photos for payroll, progressive billings and project progression oversight by senior management 

• Identify and report issues that could affect the project plan and devise solutions to resolve  

• Monitor weather elements for the effect on the curing of concrete or asphalt and determine whether to proceed or delay the planned activity 

• Attend all necessary meetings with Project Managers, HR, Safety or others, as needed 

• Engage in open communications with Superintendent and Project Managers 

• Submit timely, complete and accurate paperwork to office 

• Work as a team member and leader to carry out sub-grade preparation, which may include the use of cement powder to stabilize clay or other chemicals 

• Use appropriate tools to verify proper line and grade 

• Ensure sub-grade materials and base grades are laid to contract specifications 

• Proficiently operate heavy equipment when needed 

• Participate as a vital team member and contribute toward the success of the organization, which may involve the provision of other technical and administrative support, as required – overall less than 30% help required from Project Managers, Superintendents and other Foremen 

Provide for the safety and security of Crew and property: 

• Promote, execute and adhere to the Company’s Safety Program and encourage all employees, subcontractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture 

• Conduct or assist in daily and weekly safety meetings and inspections 

• Review safe work plans/hazard assessments with crew prior to job commencement 

• Work with Safety Director to investigate damage, incidents or near misses on the worksite 

• Ensure proper procedures are carried out according to the Company’s Safety Program 

• Employ all above duties to eliminate liabilities while maximizing profits 

May perform other duties as assigned. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES (Level 2) 

• All essential functions / position responsibilities as Level 1 Foreman 

• Participate in recommending pay rates and adjustments for new hires and current crew members 

• Designate employee work hours  

• Project scheduling and critical path - Create and meet or beat 1-week lookahead production schedules, based on entire project schedule, to include labor, equipment, materials, tools, current project status, etc. 

• Effectively lead subcontractors, i.e. schedule, oversee, scrutinize work 

• Effectively communicate with vendors 

• Effectively communicate with Project Owners, per zipper plan, when appropriate 

• Be present and involved in all inspections, effectively communicate with Inspector 

• Have gained leadership and project management experience under the supervision of Superintendent or senior leaders 

• Confident and able to independently manage projects from 250k – 500k 

• Shows heavy interest in learning, furthering leadership skills and career advancement 

• Responsible for quality of work performed by crew and subcontractors 

• May perform other duties as assigned 

• SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS, BEHAVIORS 

• Education: High School or equivalent 

• Experience: 5 years of heavy civil construction preferred 

• Software:  Proficiency in HeavyJob and iPad (Can learn after hired)

• Bilingual, a plus 

• Ability to read instructions, blueprints, schematics, building plans, etc. 

• Ability to follow established procedures and practices  

• Ability to understand, calculate and analyze construction metrics, ie quantities, manhours, material orders, schedules, budget, etc. 

• Aptitude in using various basic hand tools and precision measurement tools 

• Know how to operate construction equipment and tools 

• A strong commitment to all Company, state and federal health and safety guidelines and regulations/requirements 

• Excellent communication skills 

• Problem-solving ability 

• Must be able to work in a team environment 

• Must demonstrate excellent attendance 

• Must be able to pass pre-employment, post-accident and random drug and/or alcohol screens 

• Must have valid Driver’s License and be driver insurable 

Tri-Star Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.